important to note that all the current headlines about NEETs, especially erroneously connecting their worklessness to PIP*, are coming out precisely as the call for evidence for the Timms Review of PIP has closed and the Review is about to take place. the government has also frequently used PR firms to seed press stories to prejudice public opinion ahead of policy changes.

*only 4% of NEETs claim PIP, which is a benefit that often assists disabled people to work